Glottiphyllum
Botanical name: Glottiphyllum
Glottiphyllum
Botanical name: Glottiphyllum
Description
Glottiphyllum are a genus of succulents that are native to Southern Africa. Some members of this genus have been declared as endangered on South Africa’s plant Red List. They have a clump-forming habit and grow in a variety of habitats.
Species of Glottiphyllum
Tongue plant
Tongue plant (Glottiphyllum linguiforme) is a succulent species indigenous to South Africa. While the tongue plant is widespread in the wild, it often grows in combination with the rare related species Glottiphyllum cruciatum in shale-based soils. This species is valued for its uniquely shaped leaves and is cultivated as a houseplant. In the wild, it is endangered due to ostrich farming.
Glottiphyllum regium
Glottiphyllum regium are a genus of succulents that are native to Southern Africa. Some members of this genus have been declared as endangered on South Africa’s Plant Red List. They have a clump-forming habit and grow in a variety of habitats.
Glottiphyllum depressum
Glottiphyllum depressum are a genus of succulents that are native to Southern Africa. Some members of this genus have been declared as endangered on South Africa’s Plant Red List. They have a clump-forming habit and grow in a variety of habitats.
Care Guide for Glottiphyllum
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Vascular plants Class
Dicotyledons Order
Pinks, cacti, and allies Family
Fig-marigold Genus
Glottiphyllum 
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